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Feb 2: New and Improved Wind and Rain!
New products and services are often launched at the NCBA Trade Show! Learn more from Purina Mills about their new and improved Wind and Rain Mineral! For more information visit: cattle.purinamills.com.  

 
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Feb 2: Global Animal Management
As the cattle industry gets more difficult to navigate, it’s important for cattlemen to look at a global approach to managing their animals. For more information visit: www.MyGamOnline.com.  

 
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Feb 2: Boehringer Ingleheim
Boehringer Ingleheim is expanding its presence in the cattle industry and its product line! Learn more at: www.productionvalues.com.  

 
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Jan 19: Cattlemen’s College
One of the best parts of the Cattle Industry Annual Convention is Cattlemen’s College, sponsored by Pfizer Animal Health. Joining Cattlemen to Cattlemen in studio to discuss Cattlemen’s College is Ellen Gibson, the Executive Director of Beef Innovations at NCBA.

 
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Dec 8: Mycoplasma Bovis
On this week’s special edition of NCBA’s Cattlemen to Cattlemen, we sit down with the experts from Pfizer Animal Health to learn more about mycoplasma bovis and how it’s impacting the beef industry.
 

 
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Dec 8: Treatment Options
The beef industry works to manage costs while actively caring for animals.  And with a problem like mycoplasma bovis, it’s important to treat and manage as soon as possible.

 
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Dec 8: Nationwide Issue
Mycoplasma bovis is a problem across the United States.  But there are many resources available to help producers identify and treat the disease.

 
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Dec 8: Pfizer Animal Genetics
DNA technology is playing a growing role in the cattle industry and producers can now work with Pfizer Animal Genetics to learn more about their cattle herd.  Also, Pfizer Animal Genetics wants to pass along a thank you for your business.  A Christmas offer including GeneSTAR and Genetic Condition testing.  Please talk to your Pfizer Animal Genetics representative or see www.pfizeranimalgenetics.com for more information.

 
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Dec 8: Final Thoughts
Our panel of experts have their final thoughts on mycoplasma bovis and tips for producers on how they can best manage the disease.  For more information on Pfizer Animal Health visit:  www.PfizerAnimalHealth.com

 
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Nov 24: CattleFax
On this week’s special edition of NCBA’s Cattlemen to Cattlemen, we sit down with the experts from CattleFax to learn more about their organization and the state of the cattle industry. For more information visit: www.CatttleFax.com.  

 
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Nov 24: Corn Supply
The U.S. corn supply continues to be a hot topic in the beef cattle industry. We hear from market analyst Chad Spearman about the current corn market and what’s ahead in 2010.

 
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Nov 24: International Markets
World trade continues to play an important role in the demand for U.S. beef. Market analyst Brett Stuart has insights on world market trends and other industry statistics.

 
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Nov 24: Who Is CattleFax?
Mike Miller, Chief Operating Officer for CattleFax, explains the organizations purpose and takes a look at the member benefits producers of all sizes can get from the organization.

 
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Nov 24: Final Thoughts
The market analyst experts from CattleFax offer their final thoughts on the current state of the beef cattle markets. You can always get more information from CattleFax and learn how to join by visiting: www.CattleFax.com

 
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Nov 17: John Deere
On this week’s special edition of NCBA’s Cattlemen to Cattlemen we sit down with the experts from John Deere to learn more about their practical solutions for your operation. For more information visit: www.JohnDeere.com.

 
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Nov 17: Haying Solutions
John Deere has options of all kinds for your haying needs. The experts sit down to discuss mowers, conditioners, tedders, rakes, windrowers and balers.

 
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Nov 17: Storage, Handling and Feeding
Farmers and ranchers know that proper storage and handling of hay is key to successful feeding. The experts at John Deere have recommendations on what tools are right for your operation.

 
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Nov 17: Other Options
There are many ways John Deere can assist farmers and ranchers these days, including when it comes to weed management. John Deere also has a full line of loaders and scrapers to help with the overall management of your operation.

 
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Nov 10: Building Better Cattle!
On this week’s special edition of NCBA’s Cattlemen to Cattlemen, we sit down with the experts from Land O’Lakes Purina Feed to learn more about programs they have in place to help you build better cattle! For more information visit: cattle.purinamills.com 


 

 
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Nov 10: Research and Development
Land O’Lakes Purina Feed puts time and effort into its products. The company’s research and development is done at the Longview Animal Nutrition Center in Gray Summit, Missouri.

 

 
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Nov 10: Industry Commitment
The experts at Land O’Lakes Purina Feed are committed to the beef cattle industry through their service and products. That includes a new and improved Wind and Rain mineral that will soon be on the market.

 

 
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Nov 10: Final Thoughts From Land O’Lakes Purina Feed
Our experts from Land O’Lakes Purina Feed give host Kevin Ochsner their final thoughts to help cattlemen build better cattle. For more information on Land O’Lakes Purina Feed or to find a dealer near you, visit: cattle.purinamills.com.

 

 
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Oct 27: Cattle Learning Center: Biosecurity and Herd Health
For most cattlemen, keeping their cattle herd healthy is a top priority. But even with an established herd health program, it’s no always easy to keep your cattle disease free. Reporter Jim Whitt takes us to Nebraska to learn more about how essential biosecurity principles can cut your risk and improve your profit opportunities. For more tips from the experts at Pfizer Animal Health visit: www.pfizerah.com.


 
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Oct 20: Cattle Learning Center: Elements of a Good Breeding Program
When it comes to successful breeding programs, the health of the mother cows is crucial. NCBA’s Cattlemen to Cattlemen travels to south central Texas to learn more about the essential elements of a good breeding program. To find out more about how animal health programs play a role in breeding cattle, visit: www.PfizerAH.com.  


 

 
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Oct 20: Cattle Learning Center: Sagebrush Control
Invasive plants such as Sagebrush are aggressive and can limit grass growth. Reporter Brian Baxter travels to western Wyoming to find out what cattlemen can do to manage brush and increase forage for livestock. Learn more about pasture management by visiting: www.DOWAgro.com.
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Oct 13: Cattle Learning Center:  Managing Stress In Cattle
Stress in cattle affects more than weight loss.  It can also lead to nutritional and mineral deficiencies that jeopardizes  overall health.  Reporter Jim Whitt visits with a Georgia cattleman who knows about this problem first hand.  Learn more about managing stress in your herd by visiting:  www.Bayer-AH.com


 
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Oct 13: Cattle Learning Center: Sound Animal Health Practices Pay
When deciding where to reduce input costs, it’s important to make cuts in the right places.  Reporter Jim Whitt takes us to Texas to find out why it’s important for cow-calf producers to maintain a robust animal health program.  Additional information on breeding health programs can be found by visiting:  www.PfizerAH.com


 
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Oct 6: Cattle Learning Center: BRD Control Strategies
Statistics show that Bovine Respiratory Disease costs the U.S. beef industry more money than any other disease. Reporter Marvin Kokes takes us to the panhandle of Texas to learn why it’s important to address BRD and get some practical steps that one stocker-feeder uses to treat and prevent the disease. Additional information on BRD control strategies can be found by visiting: www.PfizerAH.com.


 
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Oct 6: Cattle Learning Center: Corn Stalk Baling
Rising costs are forcing beef producers to consider a greater variety of feed sources. NCBA’s Cattlemen to Cattlemen visited a farm near Des Moines, Iowa to learn how they use corn stalks in their operation and how the right choice of equipment makes the task of baling corn stalks easier. To learn more about equipment features and choices, visit: www.Deere.com.  


 
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Sep 29: Cattle Learning Center: Preconditioning: Does it Still Pay?
With the high cost of raising calves, many cattle producers have started looking for ways to cut corners.  Reporter Brian Baxter takes a closer look into preconditioning and why it’s one area that doesn’t pay to skip.  Learn more about the values preconditioning programs can bring to your herd by visiting:  www.PfizerAH.com


 
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Sep 15: Keys to Surviving Challenging Times
In tough times, many cattlemen think about where to save money. NCBA’s Cattlemen to Cattlemen visits with experts from Fort Dodge Animal Health and Oklahoma State University to learn more about how preventative animal health programs can actually increase an operation’s bottom line and provide a return that’s worth the investment. For additional information, visit: www.FortDodgeLivestock.com


 
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Sep 15: Equipment Financing
In these uncertain economic times, every financial decision is critical for cattlemen. One of the largest expenses for those in agriculture are equipment costs. NCBA’s Cattlemen to Cattlemen reporter Brian Baxter takes a look at financing equipment through John Deere Credit. Learn more about equipment financing by visiting: www.Deere.com.


 
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Sep 8: The Power of IGENITY’s DNA Profile
As cattlemen strive to make better breeding decisions, identifying desirable DNA characteristics is critical to find out which cattle will be the most productive and which cattle will cost money. Reporter Brian Baxter travels to the Hughes ranch in Montana to profile IGENITY’s unmatched DNA profile. To learn more about IGENITY visit: www.igenity.com.  


 
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Sep 1: It’s All About People, Politics, and Product
Continuing to learn and expand our knowledge base is key to helping understand the ever changing business environment in today’s cattle industry. Tom Field, Executive Director of Producer Education, explains that due to the speed of change – both internally and externally – it’s vitally important that NCBA help integrate existing information and make it easier for cattlemen to access and understand. Visit www.beefusa.org for additional information on producer education programs or call 303-694-0305 to order your 2010 Red Book.


 
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Sep 1: Pasture and Grass Management
Maintaining a higher level of production requires careful pasture and grass management. NCBA’s Cattlemen to Cattlemen visited the range and pasture specialists from Dow Agrosciences to learn about steps cattlemen can take this fall, to help keep grasslands in peak condition. For additional information on grass and pasture management, visit www.dowagro.com/range.


 
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Sep 1: Building Better Cattle
Building better cattle helps build more profit into a cow-calf operation. NCBA’s Cattlemen to Cattlemen reporter Brian Baxter went to Purina Farms in Missouri to find out what steps producers can take to help maximize their return on investment. For additional information, visit: www.purinamills.com.


 
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Aug 25: Managing Bovine Respiratory Disease
Estimates rank Bovine Respiratory Disease as one of the major causes of all cattle deaths in the U.S. – costing the industry over $1 billion per year. Cattlemen to Cattlemen reporter Jim Whitt reports from central Texas about the ties between managing economic risk and keeping cattle healthy. To learn more about how Baytril 100 can help combat BRD, visit: www.baytril100.com.


 
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Aug 18: Starting Calves Off Right
The weaning phase is arguably the most critical time in the life of a calf.  The health and performance at this crucial time will affect both the cattle’s future performance and value.  Cattlemen to Cattlemen Reporter Brian Baxter visited Thomas Angus Ranch in Oregon to learn more about how to start calves off right.


 
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Aug 11: Cattle Learning Center - Prime Protection Plus Program
Each link in the cattle chain is dependent on the others.  Healthy animals and segment profitability are key to the strength of the entire chain.  Reporter Brian Baxter has more from Thigpen Cattle Company in Chilton, Texas. To learn more about the Prime Protection Plus program visit:  www.FortDodgeLivestock.com. To learn more about MicroBeef visit:  www.MicroBeef.com.


 
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May 5: DNA Technology Helping Beef Producers
Technology, it’s affecting the way beef cattle producers do business.  From ultra-sounds to RF-ID tags, technology is now a growing part of many operations across the country.  And now, thanks to broad television coverage, more and more people are now understanding another new technology, DNA.  As reporter Brian Baxter explains, DNA technology goes far beyond solving crimes, as beef producers are now using it to find solutions to their everyday production needs.  For more information visit: www.Igenity.com.


 
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May 5: Managing Horn Flies This Spring and Summer
Horn fly infestations can reduce cattle gains by up to 50 pounds per head.  That loss can greatly affect your bottom line.  This week we’re going to Texas to learn how to treat these pests. Reporter Todd McCartney has more.  For more information visit:  www.bayer-ah.com.


 
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Apr 28: DNA Profiling
If you’ve ever looked at a group of cattle and wondered whether to keep or to sell them, you may have wished for more information to help you decide.  In fact, in today’s economy, many producers now feel they can’t afford to make those decisions without a comprehensive DNA profile.  Fortunately, as Brian Baxter reports, that good hard scientific DNA data is readily available to producers.


 
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Apr 28: Treating Brush and Weeds from your ATV
As the old saying goes, more grass equals more pounds of beef.  In the past, many cattle producers were kept from enhancing their grass growth because of rough ground and hard to reach weeds and brush on their pasture and rangelands.  Now, a new generation of rugged, all-terrain sprayers can put a producer almost anywhere a weed can hide.  Reporter Brian Baxter has the story from Nebraska.  For more information, visit www.dowagro.com/range.


 
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Apr 21: Estate Planning for Future Generations
Planning for the future of your operation can be challenging, but there are ways that families can work together to determine a positive outcome.  Reporter Brian Baxter has more.


 
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Apr 21: Meeting Nutritional Requirements with Mineral Supplements
Meeting the nutritional requirements of the cattle is always a top concern for beef producers.  Reporter Brian Baxter had the chance to travel to Arkansas to learn more about how choosing the right mineral nutrition program can help ensure the health and profitability of your cowherd.  To learn more about Wind and Rain Mineral and Purina Mills, visit: cattle.purinamills.com.


 
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Apr 14: Steps to Manage Fly Control Problems
It’s a problem for cattlemen across the country, horn and face flies.  The good news as we head into fly season is that there are steps you can take to manage the problem.  Reporter Todd McCartney recently had the chance to visit the Babcock Ranch in Florida to learn more.  For more information visit: www.bayer-ah.com.


 
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Apr 14: Working Closely with Family Members
Perhaps more than any other industry, cattle ranching is carried out by families.  But if can often be difficult to work closely with the ones you love.  Reporter Brian Baxter has more on how families can develop a stronger working relationship.


 
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Apr 7: Better Ways to Utilize Feed Supplements
Grass and hay are a cattle producer's number one resource.  And that's becoming truer as the economy continues to tighten and producers look for better ways to utilize resources and cut costs.  Reporter Jim Whitt traveled to Gray Summit, Missouri to learn more about forage utilization from the nutrition experts at Land O'Lakes Purina Feed.  For more information visit: cattle.purinamills.com.


 
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Apr 7: How Heat Affects Dairy and Beef Cattle
At the University of Arizona Animal Science Department, researchers are studying how heat affects dairy and beef cattle.  Reporter Jim Whitt has more. To learn more visit: ag.arizona.edu/ANS.


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